Be Aware of the Dangers of Decorative Contact Lenses
From the AOA: There is a growing trend among Americans to alter the appearance or color of the eyes by using decorative contact lenses that often times are acquired illegally through vendors that don’t meet quality standards which is a concern for optometrists. Many consumers consider decorative contact lenses a fashion or costume accessory when, in reality, these lenses are also classified as medical devices and still pose the same potential safety and health issues as corrective contact lenses, and require a prescription. Eye doctors urge consumers to only wear decorative contact lenses that are acquired through an eye doctor. Illegally-purchased lenses can result in significant damage to the eye’s ability to function, which could lead to irreversible sight loss.
